Local & Lifestyle
Many people are finding themselves dealing with not only the coronavirus crisis, but also a rapidly depleting financial crisis. According to the current statistics, minorities are struggling at a higher rate than others. More so, African-Americans are being heavily impacted by the effects of this global pandemic. Local non-profit organization, The Columbus Urban League, […]
As the April showers bring May flowers, the weather continues to become more and more enjoyable as the weeks drag by. Due to the global pandemic at hand, many of us are stuck at home, desperately trying to get out when we can and soak up as much vitamin D as possible. While the majority […]
All businesses have been affected heavily by the spread of the coronavirus. This abrupt disruption in the economy, is creating a real system of decline for us all. Small business, especially, are facing difficult times and trying to avoid being forced to shut down operations. In a press conference held Tuesday, Ohio Lieutenant Governor […]
With the extension of the Stay-At-Home order being put in to effect this week, Columbus City Schools have made the appropriate adjustments to reach and educate students in this difficult time. The state of Ohio has forced CCS, Ohio’s largest school district, to move to virtual learning for all students. Superintendent, Dr. Talisa Dixon, […]
There will now be more rules, or an extension rather, added to Governor Mike DeWine’s Stay-At-Home order. Things have been getting steadily worse as far as the number of coronavirus cases in the state of Ohio. Because of this, stricter regulations will be added to essential businesses, still open through this viral pandemic. People have […]
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have been hit in the head with this global pandemic that has swept the world. In efforts to keep as many people safe as possible, they have been going back and forth about some simple practices we all can utilize. One option being, the use of face masks. […]
As of today, the City of Columbus is temporarily suspending collections on debts owed directly to the city! Amid this viral pandemic and current stay at home order, people are running into issues moving into a new month of reoccurring bills. In efforts to help offer some type of relief, the city is doing what […]
Welp, it looks like some folks in the city are about to be “riding dirty!” That’s right, as of right now, the City of Columbus is not ticketing vehicle owners for failing to register or for expired tags! Since Governor DeWine imposed the closing of all Ohio BMV’s, certain city codes are not enforceable! And […]
The state of Ohio is in a state if emergency since the threat of spreading the Coronavirus has us all at risk. In efforts to counteract the threat many different businesses, schools, official offices and more have shut down operations for the time being. The city of Columbus is trying to do all it can […]
The city of Columbus is falling instep with Governor Mike DeWine across the board. In efforts to be more proactive and help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, the Franklin County Municipal Court will be postponing court hearings. The FCMC announced that most scheduled hearings over the next three weeks will be rescheduled as […]
The threat of the coronavirus has shaken up the nation. The United States is currently bracing for the impact of the virus. Employers and schools across the country are taking necessary steps to help prevent the virus from taking over. The largest school district in Ohio, Columbus City Schools, has taken appropriate steps to […]
For the first time ever, the Columbus Urban League held a brunch celebrating the contributions of some amazing, trailblazing African-American women in central Ohio. The event was meant to be empowering as the ladies honored some of their peers, from right here in Columbus! Darlene Hill selected to be the moderator and graciously did […]